Ch. 11 Intro to Skeletal Muscle Flashcards
1
Q
Muscular system functions (4)
A
- contraction
- moves bones
- allows body to make complex movements
- generates heat
2
Q
Muscular system tissues (3)
A
- skeletal muscle tissue
- loose connective tissue
- dense connective tissue
3
Q
Skeletal muscle tissue
A
forms the bulk of a muscle
4
Q
Skeletal muscle cells (2)
A
long, cylindrical units
- muscle fibers
5
Q
Muscle fibers
A
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